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What does ABI stand for?
Acquired Brain Injury
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You can always see brain injuries on brain imaging techniques such as MRIs and CT scans.
Myth
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Brain injuries can cause symptoms that fall under which categories:
1. Physical 2. Cognitive 3. Behavioural/ Emotional 4. Communication 5. Options 1 and 2 6. All of the above
6. All of the above
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Who experiences more traumatic brain injuries?
1. Men 2. Women 3. Both
3. Both
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What does TBI stands for
Traumatic Brain Injury
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Concussions are an example of a TBI.
Fact
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Things that require you to concentrate hard can help you get better after a concussion.
1. True 2. False
2. False
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Wearing a helmet has been proven to reduce TBI in cyclists by how much?
1. 23% 2. 53% 3, 83% 4. 100%
2. 53%
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TRUE or FALSE: Acquired brain injury is the leading cause of death and disability for Canadians under the age of 40.
True
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For Canadians under 35 years old, brain injuries are the leading cause of death and disability
Fact
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TBIs are frequently missed in older adults mainly due to:
1. Older adults being less likely to reach out for medical support once they experience symptoms 2. The symptoms of TBI’s overlapping with other medical conditions that are common in older adults (e.g., Dementia) 3. Options 1 and 2
3. Options 1 and 2
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When should you wear a helmet to protect yourself from head injury?
1. Skiing 2. Horseback riding 3. Walking 4. Options 1 and 2
4. Options 1 and 2
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One person experiences a traumatic brain injury every ______ in Canada?
a. 35 seconds b. 3 minutes c. 1 hour
b. 3 minutes
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If someone has taken a blow, jolt, or bump to the head and they feel completely fine without even a headache, a brain injury can be ruled out.
Myth
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When should a high school athlete return to play after a concussion?
1. In no more than 3 weeks 2. When the athlete feels ready to return 3. The athlete should avoid returning 4. After the athlete is seen by a health care provider and declared free of symptoms
D. After the athlete is seen by a health care provider and declared free of symptoms
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What is the main cause of brain injuries?
Motor Vehicle Collisions
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Which one of the following is true?
a. Acquired Brain Injury is a form of Traumatic Brain Injury. b. Traumatic Brain Injury is a form of Acquired Brain Injury. c. Both Acquired and Traumatic Brain injury are forms of Cerebral Palsy.
b. Traumatic Brain Injury is a form of Acquired Brain Injury.
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You can get a concussion without hitting your head.
Fact
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You have been told by your child’s healthcare provider to watch your child at home after a mild head injury. Which of these symptoms should give you cause for concern?
1. Continuous vomiting 2. Your child takes a nap but can be awakened easily 3. Your child is confused and not acting normal 4. 1 and 3
4. Options 1 and 3
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What causes TBI to occur?
Bump, blow, or jolt to the head
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